Manufacturing Drafter

NOV•Conroe, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Drafter is responsible for creating and updating manufacturing documentation, including drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring compliance with industry and departmental standards. This role emphasizes safety and quality in all documentation to meet stringent industry standards. The drafter will identify opportunities to improve manufacturability, reduce costs, and enhance product quality, translating these improvements into drawing updates. Key responsibilities include communicating engineering design changes to internal stakeholders, documenting all drawing changes in Engineering Notices, and performing dimensional and tolerance calculations. The position requires maintaining compliance with Quality Management System (QMS), Health Safety and Environmental (HSE), and industry quality standards, and supporting QA/QC teams with audits and process development. The drafter will also attend safety training and utilize required safety equipment.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Drafting Technology, two (2) years of vocational training, or equivalent experience
Five (5) years of relevant drafting experience in lieu of formal education
Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Ability to work on-site in Conroe, TX

Nice To Haves

Two (2)+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with Teamcenter and JD Edwards
Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T, engineering drawings, or wiring diagrams
Experience supporting manufacturing processes such as assembly, welding, machining, or powder coating
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt, suggest, and implement changes in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Create and update manufacturing documentation including drawings and bills of materials (BOMs), in accordance with industry and departmental standards.
Advocate for safety and quality in all manufacturing documentation, ensuring products meet stringent industry standards.
Identify and capitalize on opportunities to improve manufacturability, reduce costs, enhance product quality and successfully translate into drawing updates.
Communicate engineering design changes and updates with all internal stakeholders.
Document all drawing changes in an Engineering Notice.
Perform dimensional and tolerance calculations.
Maintain compliance with Quality Management System (QMS), Health Safety and Environmental (HSE), and industry quality standards, supporting QA/QC teams with audits and process development.
Attend safety training and wear required safety equipment as appropriate.
Develop and maintain 2D and 3D models using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design requirements.
Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure design intent is met.
Support QA/QC teams with documentation and audit preparation.
Participate in safety training and follow all required PPE and safety protocols.
Assist with process improvements and documentation standardization.
Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.